Meeting 33Programme : Pudla Party Date : 9th FebTime : 7.30 PMMenu : DinnerVenue : Himanshu Bhai Mehta’s Farm house ( Near Nyari Dam)Invitee : Rotarians, Anns and AnnetsNote : Please Note change in Date and Time

Meeting 34Programme : Valentine’s Day CelebrationDate : 14th FebTime : 8.30 PMMenu : DinnerVenue : Rotary Greater BhavanInvitee : Rotarians, Anns and AnnetsNote : Please Note change in Date and Time

CIRCULAR 29

Birth Day Wishes2nd Feb Ann Smita Chhotai 98248 019315th Feb Ann Meena Parekh 98242 849855th Feb Rtn Dr. Samrat Buddha 98982 42411

7th Feb Ann Tanuja Vagher 99784 763998th Feb Ann Nidhi Mehta 96240 0152210th Feb Rtn Pravin Patel 98242 28866

RTN. ANN. 6th Feb Rtn Rahul & Sonal Mehta 98242 80304 98798 361267th Feb Rtn Pravin & Mita Patel 98242 28866 98242 288669th Feb Rtn Poonam & Smita Chhotai 98244 75931 98248 019319th Feb Rtn Jaydeep & Urvashi Vadher 98245 47312 87580 1031010th Feb Dipti & Mahesh Kotecha 95741 08546 93767 88882

Wedding Anniversary

Acknowledging the success for - Surmayi SanjYou know that wonderful, warm-fuzzy feeling that comes over you when someone goes out of his or her way to spoil you, feed you, treat you, welcome you, bless you, support you or help you out? Of course you do. The feeling is gratitude, and it feels even better when you express it!Felicitating the work through award distribution along with a note of thanks by the President and his team is one of the most heartfelt and meaningful ways to express gratitude. Maybe we can’t repay the recipient members for the hard work he or she has done, but we can reflect the

thoughtfulness with the time and care we put into writing and sending a warm, gracious thank-you to all involved. Celebration for Surmayi Sanj and award giving ceremony was conducted with the similar agenda of felicitating all the members for the hard work and incessant toil they had incorporated for rendering the event to gigantic success. The meeting started off with delicious Kathiyawadi dinner and loving memoir generating fellowship at the Rotary Bhavan. The Rotary prayer had been recited by Rtn Sunil Ambasana. Post the prayer, the award distribution commenced with deliverance of Note of Gratitude by Rtn Amit Raja – Heartily thanking each and every member as well as the generous donors for rendering the Fund Raising Project to Colossal Success. He individually admired and appreciated the support of Rtn Ketan Bavishi, Rtn Sanjeev Nandani, Rtn Paresh Kalawadia, Rtn Chirag Patel, Rtn Dipen Patel, Rtn Nishit Patel, Rtn Jaydeep Vadher, Rtn Bharat Happani, Rtn Kamalnayan Sojitra, Rtn Ashish Joshi, Rtn Nevil Vaishnav, Rtn Bhavesh Mehta, Rtn Rajesh Parekh and Rtn Dr. Kartik Sutariya along with proudly revealing the monetary donation provided by each one of them for the noble cause ( Fund Raising Event). Lastly, he quoted that Surmayi Sanj had been the most unforgettable journey – a roller coaster ride wherein a handful of people managed to generate approximately Rs. 1 crore for a humanitarian purpose. Conclusively President Yash Rathod’s – emotional deliverance triumph respectful compassion acknowledging the success of Surmayi Sanj “Thank you for your assistance with our Fund raising event. Your efforts resulted in the profits of huge amount for the establishment of First Ever Skin Bank in Gujarat – that exceeded our goals for the event. Successful Fund Raising events takes time, planning, management, organization and immense dedication. The success of Surmayi Sanj is clear evidence of the outstanding

Valentine DayValentine Day is the day to appreciate and show your love to those who are dear to you. On this Valentine Day let your partner, your spouse or just that special person know how much they mean to you by sharing your adore sagas in time bondage of 2- 5 mins. Love is sometimes hard to put into words – so let us all grab this opportunity and reminiscence those beautiful days once again by sharing our love stories with RCRG family on the occasion of Valentine Day Celebration on 14th Feb.Please do register your name with Ann Rajvi Bharad - 997950365Ann Nivetha Amlani - 9998685673

Acknowledging the success for - Surmayi SanjYou know that wonderful, warm-fuzzy feeling that comes over you when someone goes out of his or her way to spoil you, feed you, treat you, welcome you, bless you, support you or help you out? Of course you do. The feeling is gratitude, and it feels even better when you express it!Felicitating the work through award distribution along with a note of thanks by the President and his team is one of the most heartfelt and meaningful ways to express gratitude. Maybe we can’t repay the recipient members for the hard work he or she has done, but we can reflect the

thoughtfulness with the time and care we put into writing and sending a warm, gracious thank-you to all involved. Celebration for Surmayi Sanj and award giving ceremony was conducted with the similar agenda of felicitating all the members for the hard work and incessant toil they had incorporated for rendering the event to gigantic success. The meeting started off with delicious Kathiyawadi dinner and loving memoir generating fellowship at the Rotary Bhavan. The Rotary prayer had been recited by Rtn Sunil Ambasana. Post the prayer, the award distribution commenced with deliverance of Note of Gratitude by Rtn Amit Raja – Heartily thanking each and every member as well as the generous donors for rendering the Fund Raising Project to Colossal Success. He individually admired and appreciated the support of Rtn Ketan Bavishi, Rtn Sanjeev Nandani, Rtn Paresh Kalawadia, Rtn Chirag Patel, Rtn Dipen Patel, Rtn Nishit Patel, Rtn Jaydeep Vadher, Rtn Bharat Happani, Rtn Kamalnayan Sojitra, Rtn Ashish Joshi, Rtn Nevil Vaishnav, Rtn Bhavesh Mehta, Rtn Rajesh Parekh and Rtn Dr. Kartik Sutariya along with proudly revealing the monetary donation provided by each one of them for the noble cause ( Fund Raising Event). Lastly, he quoted that Surmayi Sanj had been the most unforgettable journey – a roller coaster ride wherein a handful of people managed to generate approximately Rs. 1 crore for a humanitarian purpose. Conclusively President Yash Rathod’s – emotional deliverance triumph respectful compassion acknowledging the success of Surmayi Sanj “Thank you for your assistance with our Fund raising event. Your efforts resulted in the profits of huge amount for the establishment of First Ever Skin Bank in Gujarat – that exceeded our goals for the event. Successful Fund Raising events takes time, planning, management, organization and immense dedication. The success of Surmayi Sanj is clear evidence of the outstanding

Review of Award DistributionConsequently, Rtn Ashwin Lodhiya announced all the District awards received by RCRG for the previous year. Best Spouse – Ann Varsha Lodhiya, Best President & Super Challenger President League – Rtn Ashwin Lodhiya, Best Secretary – Rtn Paresh Kalawadia. Rtn Ashwin Ldhiya graciously awarded the staff of Literacy on Wheels with a memento – for rendering his dream project to reality with their immense dedication and determination. Cordial rewards in the form of memento were given to Rtn Sunil Ambasan & Apoorva MOdi – For accurately successful completion of Club Directory, Club Trainer – Rtn Nilesh Sheth, Rotary Foundation – Rtn Amit Raja, Public Relations Officer – Rtn Sarju Patel, Membership Development – Rtn Darshan Lakhani, Global Grant & Matching Grant – Rtn Dipen Patel, Polio Plus Chair – Rtn Binesh Patel, Member’s scrutiny - Rtn Ketan Bavishi, District Conference Chair – Rtn Chirag Patel, Head of Ambardi School Project – Rtn Ankoor Sanghavi, Bhavan Chair – Rtn Manish Patel. Last but not the least, he honored

FLAG EXCHANGE FOR THE NGSE – ARGENTINA STUDENTS with their respective host families had been conducted elaborately - followed by a lovingly gracious thank you note by all NGSE students. They whole heartedly applauded the affectionate - domicile atmosphere endowed by their horde family making their stay the most memorable one.

all his Board members for their outstanding services conveyed towards betterment of fellow mankind. Heartwarming concluding remarks were delivered by Rtn Ravi Chhotai - creating a lasting memoir for the occurrence.

REPORT ON HOSTING 19 IYE LONG TERM STUDENTS IN RAJKOT ON 26TH & 27TH JANUARY,2019. – By Rtn Darshan Lakhani8 IYE STUDENTS & 1 TEAM LEADER WERE HOSTED BY RCRG.

6 IYE STUDENTS WERE HOSTED BY RC RAJKOT MIDTOWN.

5 STUDENTS WERE HOSTED BY RC RAJKOT.

We are thankful to our Members for hosting the students & taking good care of them & also District Chair - Rtn. Nilesh Sheth for coordinating & planning the itinerary in Rajkot. All the students visited Gandhi Museum & Rotary Dolls Museum with our Annets - Riya, Dev, Rishita, Ansh & Anns. Hetal Joshi & Kalpana Khakhar. Flag Exchange with IYE students was held in our club meeting on 26th Jan.

Sr. No. Name Country Name District HOSTED BY1 Ms.Emma Peran France 7190 Rtn. Ashish Joshi2 Ms. Ashlyn Emma Neader USA 6250 Rtn. Ashish Joshi3 Ms.Angelina Aleyna Lara Brandt Germany 1940 Rtn Hiren Khakhar4 Mr. Nick Levi Loewon Germany 1800 Rtn Hiren Khakhar5 Ms. Madeline Avery Turner USA 7170 Rtn Sunil Ambasana6 Mr. Rodgrigo Silva De Toledo Brazil 4430 Rtn Dr Samraat Buddha7 Mr. Derrene Matthis France 1510 Rtn Ankoor Sanghvi8 Mr. Edoardo Moretti Italy 2031 Rtn Darshan Lakhani9 Ms. Reshma Joseph Ahmedabad TEAM LEADER Rtn. Darshan Lakhani

Heartily thanks to Secretary Rtn. Ravi Chhotai for coordinating & executing the entry at Gandhi Museum & Rotary dolls museum.

Review of Interact Conference at Vapi on 20th January 2019 – Rtn Darshan LakhaniPresident Jay Karia and Dhruvang Akbari of Interact @ TGES SNK and President Nasit Darshan and Vaghasiya Dhruv from Interact @ Bharad School sponsored by RCRG along with Sahil Lakhani, - President of Interact Club at Rajkumar College sponsored by RC Rajkot attended the Interact Dist. Conference at VAPI. Jay Karia- President of interact club of TGES presented the projects of their club. Out of the 125 Interact clubs participating in Dist. Conference, Sahil Lakhani received First Prize on behalf of his club in Drawing competition. Sincere thanks to RCRG President, availing meticulous arrangements, in order to attend the conference at Vapi. RCRG is also thankful to Rtn Sonal Rajpopat of R.C.Rajkot Metro for accompanying these students to the conference and taking good care of them

As a President of Interact Club of Rajkumar College, sponsored by R C Rajkot, it was my privilege & pleasure to attend Interact conference @ Vapi on 20th January for the first time & was fortunate to meet many Interactors & Exchange students. Out of 125 clubs participated, Our club was awarded 1st prize in Drawing competition at the Conference. I am thankful to President Yash Rathod for motivating & supporting me & sponsoring the logistics to & fro VAPI." - Annet Sahil Lakhani

REPORT ON NGSE TEAM FROM BRAZIL.DIST.4480 – By Rtn Darshan LakhaniNGSE team from Brazil arrived in Rajkot on Jan 10th morning after attending the District Conference. 4 members of the team were hosted by our club members. We are deeply thankful to Rtn. Nilesh Bhojani, Rtn. Paresh Kalvadia & Rtn. Darshan Lakhani for hosting & KITE FLYING FESTIVAL, Rtn. Bhavesh Mehta for coordinating & arranging the factory visit at Metoda in Pelican Ind. Our Gratitude to Rtn. Narendra Patel for taking the team to attend Indian wedding, Rtn. Chirag Patel for inviting to his house on kite flying day & President Yash for accompanying & arranging visit to Gandhi Museum.

Flag exchange was done on 26th January in our regular meeting. The team cherished the warm hospitality & was thankful to RCRG members for taking utmost care.

Kiddorazzi – What does Krishaa feel?One of the cutest Annett of RCRG family and heart and soul of Rathod paradise. She is an ever smiling, always dancing and a loving kid with lot of energy and enthusiasm, to keep me on my toes 24/7. She is a 3 and half year old “Einstein” with a sharp memory and lot of questions in her mind.

Krishaa shares a very special bond with RCRG family. She loves going to Rotary events like Navratri, Musical events, fashion show, Talent show etc because of the love and affection that she has received from entire RCRG family. Especially the gifts received in the form of chocolate boxes and sweets ( penda) are her signature remembrance – the main attraction towards Rotary. I remember my seniors telling me that “bring your kids to Rotary, they will grow up here and learn so many new things”. I completely agree with that, Krishaa started attending Rotary while she was just 6 months old.

Rotary has become a “Second Home” , for her. We together have built up so many beautiful memories with RCRG. I know she is too small to communicate her feelings to us but with the help of my motherly instincts, I will be presenting a vague picture of what Krishaa’s world is all about? So here’s a glimpse in the magical world of Krishaa.

Its bedtime for Krishaa

The time when she dreams

When she dreams things , sometimes the dreams aren’t what they seem,

Let’s see what Krishaa dreams.

Far from the ground up in the blue sky,

Krishaa flies the airplane super duper high.

Deep in the water so many kinds of creatures,

Krishaa in the submarine enjoys all of their features.

Floating in the outer space heading to the moon,

Krishaa and the spaceship will arrive there soon.

In the brown dirt the bucket goes to dig,

Krishaa operates the backhoe, Geeezz the scoop is big

Lifting the garbage into the back , Boom – smash – Crunch-crash

Krishaa with the garbage truck takes out all the trash

Super loud sirens flashing bright lights,

Krishaa drives the police car we are safe all day and night

Floating on the water with a rocking motion

President’s DeskGratitude is open door for abundance

Gratitude is the signs of noble souls

Showing gratitude is one of the simplest yet most powerful things humans can do for each other.

REPORT CARD OF JANUARY02.01.2019 WALKATHON FOR BETI BACHAO

03.01.2019 CONFERENCE AT NASHIK - SANGAM THE CONFLUENCE

09.01.2019 INSTALLATION OF INTREACT @ TGES

14.01.2019 CELEBRATION OF MAKARSANKRANT

14.01.2019 CHIKKI DISTRIBUTED TO THE SLUM KIDS BY RCC

17.01.2019 HEMOGLOBIN & SKIN CHECK UP CAMP AT KANSAGRA MAHILA COLLEGE

19.01.2019 POT PARTY BY ANNS OF RCRG

20.01.2019 INTRACTORS ATTENDED DISTRICT INTREACT CONFERENCE AT VAPI

21.01.2019 BOOK TALK AT RCRG BY MR. HIREN VACCHANI

23.01.2019 FLOUR KITS DISTRIBUTED TO THE NEEDY ONES BY RCC

25.01.2019 GAMES COMPITITION AT HAPPY SCHOOL

26.01.2019 FLAG HOISTING AT AMBARDI SCHOOL

26.01.2019 SMALL PLAY ON LIFE OF ARMY MAN BY CAPT JAYDEV JOSHI & MITA JOSHI

31.01.2019 CELEBRATION OF SURMAYI SANJ & AWARD GIVING FROM DISTRICT

31.01.2019 TOTAL 25 WORKSHOPS DONE ON HOW TO FLY KITES IN

22 SCHOOLS BEFORE MAKARSANKRANTI TO SAVE BIRDS

Krishaa on the boat in the bright blue ocean.

Galloping quickly in a fast paced race

Krishaa rides the horse- woow he won the first place.

The siren is loud, the ladder extends higher,

Krishaa on the fire truck, sprays water on the fire.

Early in the morning, driving past the barn,

Krishaa in the tractor working on the farm.

Woow, its so long and towing heavy load,

Krishaa conducts the train and rolling down the railroad.

Flying through the air, its like a magic on the go.

Krishaa rides a unicorn over a colorful rainbow.

Big stretch, Big Yawn,

It’s now morning time, the dreams are all gone.